Imaging Manager

Summit Health•Yonkers, NY

9d•$93,900 - $117,400•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Imaging Director the Site Manager is accountable for the effective ongoing day to day operations of the Diagnostic Imaging Site. Maintains a high standard of patient care and staff performance across all shifts and all modalities. Establishes policies and procedures to provide administrative direction and develops and maintains a positive work environment.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree, required
Minimum of 5 years of full-time experience in a specialized modality
Minimum of 2 years’ experience supervising a department
Consistently demonstrate commitment to safe practices while abiding by all State, OSHA and HIPAA guidelines.
Intermediate computer skills including email and ability to comprehend and utilize Electronic Medical Record System and PACS Systems.
General knowledge and use of modality equipment and general office equipment preferred.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.

Nice To Haves

ARRRT preferred.
Board certified in a specialized modality preferred.
Leadership experience in addition to 3 years’ experience as a Radiologic Technologist, preferred
Bachelor’s Degree, preferred
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or equivalent registry and in good standing preferred.
Additional certifications in CT, Mammography, MRI and/or Ultrasound, preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluates current processes to ensure the effective fulfillment of objectives Plans, organizes, develops, implements and interprets the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc. necessary for providing quality care and maintaining a sound operation
Accountable for all operational aspects of running the site Responsible for staff management, budget management, maintaining relationships with referring offices and ongoing customer service issues.
Responsible for meeting quality and financial goals for the center. Monitor performance and profitability of services offered at the center and communicates in a timely manner to management if there are any issues that impact the operation.
Develops and manages the budget for the center(s) and makes responsible financial decisions for the centers
Manages accounts payable, payroll and associate timecards
Manages and trains staff on cash collection process at the center level
Works closely with billing Assists Director of Operations in making responsible financial decisions for the centers by partnering with local management to meet or exceed financials goals
Monitors performance and profitability of services offered Provides ongoing and timely communication to management and staff regarding center performance, staff performance, events, issues, etc.
Maintains positive interactions at all times with payors, referring offices, patients, staff, and the Radiologists
Interfaces with Medical Director, VP Operations, Director of Operations and all technical and administrative staff to ensure effective teamwork and efficient center operations
Administers quality programs and meets or exceeds key quality and productivity measures in patient service, customer (referral) service, clinical programs, administrative functions, and service recovery Maintains a safe environment for patients, technologists, radiologists and any other center associates with the assistance of the center safety coordinator
Responsible for securing and maintaining ACR accreditation and overseeing ACR toolbox Assists local management and sales team in maintaining relationships with outside referring physician offices via personal visits and/or ensuring highest quality of customer service functions
Attends and provides input to monthly staff meetings and training sessions and ensures site team members are well informed of company changes and imaging operations
Responsible for maintaining knowledge of and following applicable state laws regarding radiation safety and government licensing
Ensures compliance with all HIPAA guidelines
Leads regular staff meetings and team member one-on-one discussions Participates in staff performance evaluations, and development of team members including performance improvement plans, disciplinary actions and/or termination of associates
Oversees and assists in training of new associates and supervisors, providing resource and technical expertise
Trains staff on cash collections Supports and conducts training efforts for continuing education for the technologists and nurses
Ensures all technologists are compliant with CEU credits, in good standing with appropriate registries, updated with CPR credits, etc.
Interfaces with Radiologists to create and maintain up-to-date protocol manuals for all modalities
Maintains staff retention by implementing effective retention strategies
Ensures appropriate physician coverage for all contrast and sedation studies
Performs functions of technologist or front office as needed and as qualified Implements strategies to promote teamwork within the center and with other associates including management and radiologists
Order and maintain supply inventory for the entire Imaging Site.
Report system outages and coordinating repairs or service.
Communicate with Imaging Director and Radiologists regarding overall site issues
Perform other job duties as assigned
Comply with policies, procedures and conduct themselves in an ethical, professional, respectful, and collaborative manner at all times.